US Bridges

Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek

Fair

Linn County, Kansas · 1.0N 2.6W of Parker · Structure no. 000000000540033

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
218
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 218 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1160 22
CrossesMiddle Creek
Location1.0N 2.6W of Parker
RouteCounty Highway 1160
CountyLinn County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.34598, -95.03942
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic218 (2006)
Projected traffic250 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek carry?

About 218 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Rs 1160 22 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.